Training on Legal Aspects of Contract Management
Professional course on legal aspects of contract management focusing on contract law, risk, and dispute resolution.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
In today’s dynamic business environment, understanding the legal aspects of contract management is essential for protecting organizational interests and ensuring compliance. Strong legal knowledge helps prevent disputes, reduce risks, and enhance contract effectiveness.
This course equips participants with practical skills in contract law, legal drafting, compliance, risk management, and dispute resolution. Participants will learn how to interpret contracts, manage legal risks, and ensure contracts are clear, enforceable, and compliant.
Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Contract managers and officers
- Legal and compliance officers
- Procurement and supply chain professionals
- Project managers
- Finance and administrative professionals
- Anyone involved in drafting or managing contracts
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Understand key legal principles of contract management
- Interpret and draft legally sound contracts
- Identify legal risks and liabilities in contracts
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
- Manage disputes and legal issues effectively
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Fundamentals of Contract Law
- Principles of contract law
- Elements of a valid contract (offer, acceptance, consideration)
- Types of contracts and legal classifications
- Legal capacity and enforceability
- Case Study: Valid vs invalid contracts
Module 2: Legal Drafting of Contracts
- Principles of legal drafting
- Structuring clear and enforceable contracts
- Key clauses and legal terminology
- Avoiding ambiguity in contracts
- Practical Exercise: Drafting legally sound contract clauses
Module 3: Compliance & Regulatory Frameworks
- Legal and regulatory requirements in contracts
- Compliance in public and private sector contracts
- International contracting considerations
- Ethical and legal responsibilities
- Case Study: Compliance challenges in contracts
Module 4: Risk Management & Liability in Contracts
- Identifying legal risks in contracts
- Liability clauses and risk allocation
- Indemnity, warranties, and guarantees
- Managing legal exposure and disputes
- Workshop: Risk assessment in contracts
Module 5: Dispute Resolution & Contract Enforcement
- Types of contract disputes
- Dispute resolution mechanisms (negotiation, mediation, arbitration, litigation)
- Contract enforcement and remedies
- Best practices in managing legal issues
- Group Exercise: Resolving contract disputes
Where the change lands
Individual Impact
- Improved understanding of contract law and legal principles
- Skills in drafting and interpreting legal contracts
- Enhanced ability to manage legal risks and liabilities
- Increased confidence in handling contract disputes
Organizational Impact
- Stronger legal compliance in contract management
- Reduced legal risks and contract disputes
- Improved quality of contracts and enforceability
- Enhanced governance and accountability
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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